2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |